Climate and Biomes Test Review

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What is the temperate zone?

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A climate zone characterized by moderate temperatures, typically found between the polar zones and tropical zones.

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What factors influence an area's climate?

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Factors include latitude, altitude, proximity to oceans, prevailing winds, and geographical features like mountains.

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What is the polar zone?

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A climate zone characterized by extremely cold temperatures, located near the poles.

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What is a rainshadow effect?

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A phenomenon where one side of a mountain receives heavy rainfall while the other side remains dry due to the barrier effect of the mountain.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The warming of Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What is the tropical zone?

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A climate zone characterized by warm temperatures year-round, typically found near the equator.

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What role do oceans play in climate?

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Oceans regulate temperature and weather patterns, influencing climate by storing and distributing heat.

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What is latitude?

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The distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees, which affects climate and weather patterns.

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What are prevailing winds?

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Winds that blow predominantly in one direction over a particular area, influencing climate and weather.

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What is the significance of mountains in climate?

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Mountains can block air masses, creating different climates on either side, such as wet and dry areas.